Control & Reporting Tax Associate Analyst

Overview

We Are PepsiCo 

PepsiCo is a leading name in North Africa’s food and beverage industry, where our products are enjoyed by consumers daily across the region. We offer a robust portfolio of beloved brands like PEPSI, SEVEN-UP, DORITOS, CHEETOS and CHIPSY, designed to cater to the tastes and preferences of consumers. With a focus on local sourcing, production, and distribution, PepsiCo provides essential support to local economies and partners closely with communities throughout the region.

Guiding Vision and Regional Impact 

PepsiCo’s vision aligns with our global goal to be the Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). This strategic transformation is committed to sustainable growth by putting people and the planet at the heart of our operations. In North Africa, this includes initiatives in responsible sourcing, waste reduction, and water conservation. Our regional programs empower local talent, boost employment, and provide support for local agriculture, particularly through partnerships with farmers and suppliers.

 Empowering Our People and Communities 

Our dynamic teams drive the PepsiCo culture in North Africa, embracing diversity and collaboration to solve local challenges and create innovative products. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace, one where every individual feels valued and empowered to be themselves. This commitment extends beyond our employees to positively impact the communities we serve, striving for shared growth and a healthier, more sustainable future for all. 

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

PepsiCo stands firmly behind our global commitment to diversity, equality, and human rights. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, ensuring a fair and welcoming workplace for all, regardless of age, gender, religion, disability, or any other characteristic. Our dedication to inclusion strengthens our workforce and helps drive our business forward, enriching both PepsiCo and the communities in North Africa.

Responsibilities

Tax Compliance and Reporting

• Prepare accurate and timely tax data, schedules, returns, and supporting documentation in line with statutory and corporate deadlines.

• Support corporate income tax, deferred tax, withholding tax, and other applicable tax compliance activities.

• Prepare book-to-tax reconciliations, tax true-up entries, and related journal entries.

• Support quarterly and annual tax reporting requirements, including balance sheet reviews, forecasts, and required corporate or sector submissions.

• Maintain complete, organized, and audit-ready tax records and reconciliations.

Transfer Pricing

• Prepare and maintain local transfer pricing documentation and supporting data for the relevant legal entities.

• Prepare segmentation and analytical schedules required for transfer pricing reviews and audits.

• Coordinate inputs from Finance and business stakeholders and support external tax consultants during transfer pricing engagements.

• Assist with country-by-country reporting and other transfer pricing-related submissions, as applicable.

Business Advisory and Reviews

• Review business contracts and capital expenditure transactions from a tax perspective and highlight potential exposures.

• Respond to day-to-day tax queries and provide practical guidance under the direction of the Tax Associate Manager.

• Work with Finance, Legal, Procurement, Supply Chain, and other functions to ensure transactions are assessed and documented appropriately.

• Conduct tax research, monitor legislative developments, and summarize potential business impacts.

Tax Accounting, Controls, and Closing

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities related to tax.

• Prepare and reconcile tax balances and ensure accurate recording of tax liabilities.

• Prepare control evidence and documentation required under applicable internal control and governance frameworks.

• Investigate reconciling items, follow up on open actions, and support timely issue resolution.

• Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency, data quality, controls, and standardization.

Audits and Stakeholder Support

• Support tax audits, inspections, and information requests by preparing data, reconciliations, and supporting documents.

• Coordinate with external advisors and auditors and track requests through closure.

• Support interactions with the Egyptian Tax Authority, governmental affairs, and relevant stakeholders when required.

• Contribute to regional, sector, and corporate tax projects and respond to follow-up queries.

• Handle confidential information responsibly and comply with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.

• Professional or postgraduate tax/accounting qualification is an advantage.

• Membership in a recognized Egyptian taxation or accounting association is an advantage.

• Good knowledge of Egyptian tax regulations and core tax compliance principles.

Experience

• Typically 2–5 years of relevant experience in taxation within a corporate organization or tax consultancy firm.

• Experience in tax compliance, tax accounting, reporting, transfer pricing, or audit support.

• FMCG or multinational company experience is an advantage.

Skills and Capabilities

• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.

• High attention to detail, accuracy, and document discipline.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.

• Clear written and verbal communication in English and Arabic.

• Effective collaboration with cross-functional and external stakeholders.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

• Working knowledge of SAP or another ERP system is an advantage.

• Ownership mindset, integrity, confidentiality, and willingness to learn.